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House Resolution 216
By: Representatives Park of the 107
th
, Clark of the 108
th
, Beckles of the 96
th
, Romman of the
97
th
, Adeyina of the 110
th
, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and honoring Principal Denise Showell of Hull Middle School in Duluth,
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recipient of the National Blue Ribbon School Award; and for other purposes.2
WHEREAS, on September 23, 2024, the United States Department of Education named Hull3
Middle School the recipient of the 2024 National Blue Ribbon School Award, a prestigious4
honor award based on student academic achievement measures and progress toward closing5
achievement gaps; and6
WHEREAS, Principal Denise Showell has displayed exemplary leadership and devotion to7
her students' education as well as modeled passion for teaching for all future educators in8
Georgia; and9
WHEREAS, Principal Denise Showell has spent the last 38 years in the education field and10
has been at the helm at Hull Middle School for 20 years, where her guidance and vision have11
fostered a culture of excellence; and12
WHEREAS, under her leadership, Hull Middle School has received the Governors Platinum13
and Silver Awards in recognition of outstanding academic performance; and14
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WHEREAS, Principal Denise Showell has been a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
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for 39 years, exemplifying a lifelong commitment to service and community engagement;16
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WHEREAS, such achievements contribute to the advancement of Gwinnett County and18
underscore the importance of supporting educators, mentorship, and commitment to quality19
training; and20
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia proudly recognizes individuals whose tireless efforts have21
a lasting impact on the lives of students and the broader community.22
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that23
the members of this body recognize and honor Principal Denise Showell for her career-long24
achievements and extend best wishes for her and the Gwinnett County Public School25
System's continued success in all future endeavors.26
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized27
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to28
Principal Denise Showell.29
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